Starting out a journey as exciting and challenging as reducing your impact is as easy as saying no. You can start right now. It won't cost you any extra time, money, or even any effort. Whether it's to a flyer you don't need, a straw, or the extra 100 napkins they offer you at the … Continue reading Saying “No” Is the first step.
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Australia’s overshoot day is…MARCH??!!
This past week, we commiserated earth overshoot day – the day in which we use up all of the resources that the earth can renew in a year. Taking a moment to think about that, it really is shocking. We are only 7 months into the year and we have already used too many resources. … Continue reading Australia’s overshoot day is…MARCH??!!
When there is nothing else you can do, Just Reduce
As the virus continues to spread around the world, and the country I live in is headed into the second wave, things are getting a little crazy again. I am sure for some of you, things haven't calmed down from the first wave yet, and I hope you are staying safe and you and your … Continue reading When there is nothing else you can do, Just Reduce
5 Things to do with old Clothes
We all have old clothes that are worn, broken, or generally could not be resold or donated. But before you send the fabric to landfill, there are so many things you could do with it. Lets get a little creative with these 5 options. Upcycling to new itemsWhether its an old shirt, a pair of … Continue reading 5 Things to do with old Clothes
Curating a collection – My iPod
Since I have begun my low waste, minimalism journey, I simply haven't been one for collections, but today, I realized I still had my biggest collection of all, and I needed to decide what to do with it all. I am a huge music fan, and while streaming is now a part of my daily … Continue reading Curating a collection – My iPod
Things I wish would just stop immediately
There are just some things in the world that make no sense. While they seem to have a justifiable reason for existing, there are other, simpler, more eco-friendly ways to create the same result, and honestly - I just needed to have a rant. So here are 5 things I wish didn't exist. Receipts I … Continue reading Things I wish would just stop immediately
3 reasons you probably shouldn’t buy that reusable cup
Whether you are new to an eco-friendly lifestyle or a seasoned professional, if you are thinking of purchasing a reusable cup today - don't! Whether one or all three of these reasons apply to you, taking a step back before any purchase is always a good idea. You don't drink coffee out I am certainly … Continue reading 3 reasons you probably shouldn’t buy that reusable cup
My favorite of the 5 R’s
I was reflecting this week on how much Zero Waste living has changed my life. Prior to taking this journey, I was not a shop-o-holic or a big spender, but what I was obsessed with was holding on to everything that I had - just in case one day I needed it. I did not … Continue reading My favorite of the 5 R’s
5 things you can make at home instead of buying (from the bathroom)
I had about five towels I had to get rid of this past week, and it inspired me to make a bunch of other items for my bathroom out of them. Here are 5 things you can make or repurpose for the bathroom instead of buying. 1. Facewipes - whether they are small makeup wipes … Continue reading 5 things you can make at home instead of buying (from the bathroom)